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Mathematics

IB Mathematics Applications and Interpretation Course Overview HL

The only IB-approved online course provider

About the course

Admissions process

Number of units

19

Number of lessons

191

Duration

2 years

Level

Higher


Overview

IB Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation HL is designed for students who want to develop an in-depth understanding of mathematics with a strong focus on practical application. The course emphasises the use of mathematics in real-life contexts, from modelling and statistics to interpreting data and solving complex problems. 

This pathway is ideal for students who enjoy applying mathematics to real-world situations and who may go on to study subjects such as biology, environmental science, psychology, human sciences or business at university. In addition to technical skills, the course develops creativity, logical reasoning and critical thinking - qualities central to the IB Learner Profile and valuable for future careers. 

Studied online with Pamoja, Applications and Interpretation HL combines academic rigour with flexibility, enabling students to work with experienced IB teachers and collaborate with peers worldwide. 


Advice from our teachers

In order to succeed in this IB Mathematics Applications and Interpretation HL course, it is recommended students set aside seven to ten hours a week. A Graphical Display calculator is required for this course. Pamoja recommends the following two calculators: 

  • Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus CE
  • Texas Instruments TI-Nspire (a non CAS version) 

*Please note, that all courses offered are subject to receiving a minimum enrolment number. Your Pamoja point of contact will be in touch as we approach the start date if we are unable to take a course forward.


Course structure

The five areas below are covered during the IB Mathematics Applications and Interpretation HL course. There is a core set of topics for each area. In addition some of these core topics are considered in more depth and there are also a series of extra topics. In addition to this the course contains investigative and inquiry-based learning, supporting the students in their internally assessed exploration task. There is some content that is common with Mathematics SL Analysis and Approaches course but the Mathematics SL Applications and Interpretation has a stronger emphasis on modelling and on using probability and statistics in practical scenarios.

The course covers the following topics: 

  • Number and Algebra
  • Functions
  • Geometry and Trigonometry
  • Probability and Statistics
  • Calculus

Haese Mathematics eTextbook 

This course is dependent on student etextbooks provided by Haese Mathematics and hosted on the Haese Mathematics Snowflake platform. Please ensure you check the Haese Mathematics Snowflake Learning guidance to ensure your systems are able to access this service. This service is provided as part of the Pamoja course fee. 

Benefits of the course

Taking IB Mathematics Applications and Interpretation HL online will enable students to:

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Why online?

Students will have the opportunity to:
  • Develop their organisational skills.
  • Study alongside students from around the world. 
  • Gain experience of using the latest online learning tools. 

Some things won’t be different though. Standards and expectations will be just as high as in a face to face classroom.

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Activities and assessment

Teacher and students have regular weekly opportunities to assess progress and attainment. Some activities assess student achievement against formal criteria, such as such as worksheets, problem sets or quizzes. Learning is also supported with discussion forums, email, and regular live lessons in the online classroom.